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Winter Market in the Merangarten

Winter Market in the Merangarten 2026

The winter market in the Merangarten turns the park in the middle of Bad Gastein into an atmospheric meeting point on selected weekends: lovingly made craft, regional specialities and live music, with the town's historic backdrop all around. It runs from mid-December well into January, ideal for the days between the holidays.

Location
Merangarten, Bad Gastein, Merangarten, 5640 Bad Gastein
Dates
11 December 2026 – 17 January 2027 · selected weekends
Opening hours
From 15:00 on each market day

What makes this market special

11 to 13 December 2026, 19/20 December, 26/27 December, 2/3 January 2027, 9/10 January and 16/17 January 2027.

Open from 15:00 on each market day in the Merangarten in Bad Gastein.

  • In the Merangarten park in the middle of Bad Gastein, on selected weekends
  • Craft, regional specialities and live music
  • Runs well into January: last date 17 January 2027
  • Also open between the holidays (26/27 December, 2/3 January)

Location: Merangarten, Bad Gastein, Bad Gastein

Opening hours & dates 2026

Dates
11 December 2026 – 17 January 2027 · selected weekends
Opening hours
From 15:00 on each market day

Getting there & parking

Merangarten, Bad GasteinMerangarten, 5640 Bad Gastein

Fahrzeit ab deinem Standort

28 Std. 25 Min.135 Std. 35 Min.ca. 54 Std. 10 Min.580 Std. 35 Min.

Frequently asked questions

When does the market take place?

Winter Market in the Merangarten: 11 December 2026 – 17 January 2027 · selected weekends — opening hours: From 15:00 on each market day

Where exactly is the market?

Merangarten, Bad Gastein, Merangarten, 5640 Bad Gastein

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